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    Cerradura (en. Lock)

    /θe̞raˈðuɾa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A mechanical device that secures a door or window, preventing its opening without a key or appropriate mechanism.
    The lock on the front door is very secure.
    La cerradura de la puerta principal es muy segura.
    A locking system that can be electronically controlled.
    I installed a smart lock in my house.
    Instalé una cerradura inteligente en mi casa.
    An accessory used to close an object, such as a trunk or a box.
    The lock on the trunk was rusty and could not be opened.
    La cerradura del baúl estaba oxidada y no se podía abrir.

    Etymology

    Derived from the verb 'cerrar', which comes from the Latin 'clausare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    security lock
    A type of lock that offers a higher level of protection against theft.
    cerradura de seguridad
    to put the lock on
    To close something securely.
    poner la cerradura
    to break the lock
    To force open a lock without the key.
    romper la cerradura

    Related Words

    to close
    Act of closing something.
    cerrar
    key
    Instrument used to open locks.
    llave
    door
    Structure that allows passage between two spaces.
    puerta

    Slang Meanings

    Joke lock
    That lock is so bad it seems like a joke.
    Esa cerradura es tan mala que parece de chiste.
    Garage lock
    Be careful with the garage lock, it's very easy to open.
    Ojo con la cerradura de garaje, que es muy fácil de abrir.